Country fair Stories

It was a stupid idea. Kate was sure of that now, as the carriage started to sway in the breeze. She must be nearly at the top now, surely. What was it about milestone birthdays that prompted these ridiculous bucket-list-style declarations? She should have attempted to conquer her fear of heights by standing on a penthouse balcony somewhere, not riding a Ferris Wheel alone. There wasn't even anyone to witness her triumph....

Every year there is the country fair held in August, not far from where I live. It was very popular and I had been going to it for the last few years. There was always a lot to do and plenty of displays of handicrafts, and home baked goods (which were always great) as well as veggies and flowers to be judged. Last year they had a kissing booth and the proceeds went to the community. The theme had been very interesting, th...